ISSN:1047-482X    

DOI:10.1002/oa.1390020402

出版商:John Wiley&Sons, Ltd.    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

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AbstractCross‐sectional growth data were obtained from the skeletal remains of non‐adults from the Raunds Anglo‐Saxon site. Standard measurements of the diaphyseal lengths of the long bones of the upper and lower limbs and the maximum breadth of the ilium were recorded in order to construct skeletal growth profiles (SGP). In addition regression equations were used to estimate diaphyseal length from proximal and distal shaft widths, and epiphyseal breadth data for fragmentary remains. The skeletal measurements were then plotted against age estimates determined by the dental formation standards of Moorrees, Fanning and Hunt, and Anderson, Thompson and Popovich. The growth data were compared with sixth to seventh century German, ninth century Slavic and modern Caucasian data. With the exception of the ancient Slavic material, the Anglo‐Saxon remains demonstrated the smallest rates of growth. Diaphyseal ageing curves derived from the Anglo‐Saxon sample were tested for applicability on the non‐adult cohorts of the Berinsfield and Exeter Anglo‐Saxon/Early Medieval samples. Differences were observed between diaphyseal age as determined from the skeletal growth profiles for Raunds and calcification age assessed for individuals within the test samples. It is proposed that variation in long bone growth as well as dental age confounds consistent and reliable ageing of skeletal remains based on diaphyseal length. Assessment of changes in health and evaluation of methodological problems inherent to studies of skeletal growth from archaeological populations are discussed. Population comparisons for changes in general health are recommended over individua

ISSN:1047-482X    

DOI:10.1002/oa.1390020403

出版商:John Wiley&Sons, Ltd.    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

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AbstractTemporal changes in average stature are often used as a measure of a past population's adaptation, or lack of it. Traditionally, stature estimates have been calculated using formulae derived from limb proportions of cadavers. However, many authors have noted the problem of regional or population variation in body proportions of such reconstructed ratios. Before differences in stature can be attributed to environmental adaptation, ‘ethnic’ or population differences in limb ratios must be taken into account. The present paper calculates the stature of a medieval Norwegian skeletal sample using archaeological plan femur length and dry bone femur length. The author presents a variety of formulae and compares the stature derived from these calculations to the stature derived from archaeological plans. The Trondheim statures are then compared to stature reconstructions of other contemporary populati

ISSN:1047-482X    

DOI:10.1002/oa.1390020404

出版商:John Wiley&Sons, Ltd.    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

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AbstractMacroscopic chemical analysis of animal bone recovered from dated excavation contexts of known pH from Castle Bromwich Hall, West Midlands, UK, allows an assessment of the rate and effects of bone decomposition, and the evaluation of current models of chemical decay. The results show great variation, and it is suggested that factors such as mechanical disturbance have a more significant effect on the differential destruction of excavated bone assemblages than chemical decay. The implications of this conclusion for the attempted reconstruction of past faunas, diet and behaviour are summarized, recommending caution in the acceptance of assemblages as unbiased samples.

ISSN:1047-482X    

DOI:10.1002/oa.1390020405

出版商:John Wiley&Sons, Ltd.    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

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AbstractThis paper describes a case of an intrasellar tumour found in a male skull from Southern Italy dating from the middle Bronze Age. The sella turcica shows considerable enlargement in all diameters, erosion of the dorsum and marked depression of the floor. These features are consistent with a diagnosis of pituitary tumour, probably a non‐secreting adenom

ISSN:1047-482X    

DOI:10.1002/oa.1390020406

出版商:John Wiley&Sons, Ltd.    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

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AbstractThis paper is the outcome of a lecture held at the Institute of Archaeology, University College London. It provides a summary in English of the archaeozoological research work which has been carried out in Central Europe during the last 30 years, with special reference to material from medieval times. It is shown that a thorough zoological analysis of bones from excavations provides much information for historical interpretation. Not only was the ratio of wild and domestic animals or of the different species of interest, but also the age and sex structure of the population by taking the function of the site into consideration. Some observations on animal teeth gave indications of distinctive handicrafts. Cut marks on cervical vertebrae of horse skeletons found as grave goods from early medieval times were considered in connection with beliefs and juridical conceptions of that time.

ISSN:1047-482X    

DOI:10.1002/oa.1390020407

出版商:John Wiley&Sons, Ltd.    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

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AbstractThe object of this communication is to draw attention to the appearance of this fossil talus Stw 363, which carries a densely adherent fragment on its posterosuperior aspect. We have endeavoured to verify that this bony fragment could be the posterior half of the fractured calcaneus resulting from a fall on to the animal's left foot. Furthermore, it is suggested that this animal survived long enough for this fracture to unite by bone to the posterior aspect of the talus in this grossly displaced and unreduced deformity.

ISSN:1047-482X    

DOI:10.1002/oa.1390020408

出版商:John Wiley&Sons, Ltd.    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:1047-482X    

DOI:10.1002/oa.1390020409

出版商:John Wiley&Sons, Ltd.    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:1047-482X    

DOI:10.1002/oa.1390020410

出版商:John Wiley&Sons, Ltd.    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY

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AbstractAlthough ritual practices amongst human groups are well documented, there are often great difficulties in deducing that ritual behaviour was one of the processes leading to the deposition of prehistoric animal bones. This paper examines developments in recent British literature, particularly those related to the interpretation of certain bones found in Iron Age pits and notably at Danebury hillfort. It discusses a set of arguments or criteria on which the growing literature on ritual is based. In most instances the criteria cannot be restricted to a solely ritual interpretation and a wider range of taphonomic explanations are possible. More rigorous excavation records and discussion of evidence are required to identify ritual satisfactorily.

ISSN:1047-482X    

DOI:10.1002/oa.1390020411

出版商:John Wiley&Sons, Ltd.    

年代:1992

数据来源: WILEY